7.4-magnitude earthquake hits Colombia killing at least 20
Summary
A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia near San Jose del Palmar, killing at least 20 people and causing damage in several cities. Authorities in Colombia and nearby Ecuador are assessing the damage and urging people to stay alert for aftershocks.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred on Monday near San Jose del Palmar in Colombia’s Choco region.
- The quake’s depth was about 107 km (66 miles) underground.
- Initial reports said at least 20 people died, including 18 in Pereira and 2 in Manizales.
- The quake caused building damage and injuries, especially in Quibdo, the capital of Choco.
- Residents in Bogotá heard alarms but no serious damage or injuries were reported there.
- Colombia and Ecuador emergency teams are working to assess and respond to the earthquake.
- There was no tsunami warning issued after the earthquake.
- This quake happened shortly after deadly earthquakes struck Venezuela in late June, killing over 6,000 people.
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